Philadelphia Phillies vs. San Francisco Giants Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview
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Phillies @ Giants – First Pitch: 9:45 p.m.
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to lock horns with the San Francisco Giants in what promises to be a riveting MLB showdown. The first pitch is scheduled for 9:45 PM Eastern Time. Philadelphia, with Zack Wheeler taking the mound, are slight favorites at a -119 price at the FanDuel Sportsbook. This game sees a total set at 7.5, indicative of the strong pitching matchup featuring Wheeler and Alex Cobb for the Giants.
Both pitchers have been in exceptional form over the past month, presenting bettors with a tricky scenario. Wheeler, the Phillies’ ace, has been a rock at the top of the rotation, putting up impressive numbers. On the other side, Cobb has been surprisingly good for the Giants, exceeding most expectations.
However, the Phillies, coming off a disappointing performance in last night’s series opener, will be keen to bounce back. The team struggled to string together good at-bats in their previous outing. Still, this Philadelphia lineup has the potential to be explosive and could indeed see a resurgence in San Francisco.
While the Phils have a clear edge in the starting pitching matchup, their bullpen has been less reliable. Therefore, one possible approach would be to back Philadelphia in the first five innings, banking on Wheeler to provide a strong start and hand over a lead to the bullpen.
This game presents a fascinating clash from a betting perspective, and while the Phillies hold a slight edge, the Giants’ strong form should not be underestimated. As always, careful consideration of all factors is crucial when placing your bets.
Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:
| Spread | Total | Moneyline | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillies | -1.5 | +152 | O 7.5 | -108 | -114 | Open |
| +146 | 7.5 | -109 | -119 | Current | ||
| Giants | +1.5 | -183 | U 7.5 | -111 | -105 | Open |
| -173 | 7.5 | -110 | -100 | Current | ||
Projected Lineups:
Phillies
Starting Pitcher: Zack Wheeler: 3-2, 3.80 ERA, 10.60 K/9
| 1. | 2B | Bryson Stott | .281, 2 HR, 12 RBI |
| 2. | SS | Trea Turner | .260, 4 HR, 10 RBI |
| 3. | DH | Bryce Harper | .326, 2 HR, 5 RBI |
| 4. | RF | Nick Castellanos | .308, 5 HR, 25 RBI |
| 5. | LF | Kyle Schwarber | .177, 9 HR, 18 RBI |
| 6. | C | J.T. Realmuto | .292, 3 HR, 15 RBI |
| 7. | 1B | Alec Bohm | .278, 5 HR, 31 RBI |
| 8. | CF | Brandon Marsh | .287, 4 HR, 16 RBI |
| 9. | 3B | Edmundo Sosa | .260, 3 HR, 10 RBI |
Giants
Starting Pitcher: Alex Cobb: 3-1, 1.70 ERA, 7.74 K/9
| 1. | 1B | LaMonte Wade Jr. | .268, 7 HR, 14 RBI |
| 2. | SS | Thairo Estrada | .310, 6 HR, 14 RBI |
| 3. | 3B | J.D. Davis | .294, 7 HR, 22 RBI |
| 4. | DH | Wilmer Flores | .250, 6 HR, 13 RBI |
| 5. | LF | Mitch Haniger | .183, 2 HR, 9 RBI |
| 6. | RF | Michael Conforto | .205, 8 HR, 17 RBI |
| 7. | C | Blake Sabol | .256, 5 HR, 12 RBI |
| 8. | 2B | Brett Wisely | .154, 1 HR, 3 RBI |
| 9. | CF | Bryce Johnson | .148, 1 HR, 2 RBI |
Betting Insights:
Phillies
- The Philadelphia Phillies are 4-1 (.800) on the road as a favorite in their last five games in 2023
- The over hit in 2 of the Philadelphia Phillies last 5 games on the road in 2023
Giants
- The San Francisco Giants are 3-2 (.600) at home as an underdog in their last five games in 2023
- The over hit in 3 of the San Francisco Giants last 5 games at home in 2023
